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Austin
Austin is the colorful state capital of Texas. With the city slogan “Keep Austin Weird”, it’s no wonder that the city boasts an eclectic live music, art and food scene. Home to the University of Texas, Austin hosts several popular cultural festivals including Austin City Limits and SXSW. On any given day, you’ll catch Austin-ites enjoying Texas barbecue, kayaking the Colorado River or taking in a concert.
Public Transportation
TrainCapital MetroRail (Commuter)
BikeAustin B-Cycle
BusCapital MetroBus|UT Shuttle System
Austin at a Glance
950715
Population2611
Tech Companies100046
Community Members29
Most Expensive CityAustin's Tech Overview
Popular Tech Industries
Cost of Living in Austin
Compared To:
San Francisco
Boston
Chicago
Colorado
NYC
Los Angeles
Seattle
San Francisco
The cost of living is 98% Higher in San Francisco
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Boston
Boston intersects the past and the future with a perfect mixture of historically charming neighborhoods and a bustling urban downtown. Being the capital of Massachusetts and the largest city in New England, Boston is a hub for culture, academics and history. Founded in 1630, the city is situated on Boston Harbor and is famous for institutions like Fenway Park, the Freedom Trail and Harvard University.
Public Transportation
TrainMBTA Subway|MBTA Commuter Rail
BikeBlue Bikes|LimeBike|Ant Bicycle
CarUber|Lyft
BusMBTA Bus (City)
Boston at a Glance
698898
Population2250
Tech Companies70183
Community Members9
Most Expensive CityBoston's Tech Overview
Popular Tech Industries
Cost of Living in Boston
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Austin
Chicago
Colorado
NYC
Los Angeles
Seattle
San Francisco
The cost of living is 33% Higher in San Francisco
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Chicago
Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan is the culturally-rich city of Chicago. The midwestern metropolis boasts an impressive skyline, dozens of museums and a dining scene that is consistently ranked among the best in the world. The city is known for a sprawling live blues and jazz scene, as well as its 77 unique neighborhoods. Popular Chicago destinations include The Field Museum, Navy Pier and Wrigley Field.
Public Transportation
TrainCTA ‘El’|Metra (Commuter)
BikeDivvy Bike
CarUber|Lyft|Via|SpotHero|ParkWhiz
BusCTA Bus (City)|Pace Bus (Suburbs)
Chicago at a Glance
2749360
Population5896
Tech Companies200147
Community Members12
Most Expensive CityChicago's Tech Overview
Popular Tech Industries
Cost of Living in Chicago
Compared To:
San Francisco
Austin
Boston
Colorado
NYC
Los Angeles
Seattle
San Francisco
The cost of living is 64% Higher in San Francisco
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Colorado
Situated in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado is an outdoor lovers paradise. Its capital city of Denver- in proximity to several National Parks- offers abundant opportunities for Coloradans to hike, bike or ski in the majestic mountains. Denver, and its surrounding areas, are home to an impressive list of craft breweries, the Red Rocks Amphitheatre, University of Colorado and Rocky Mountain National Park.
Public Transportation
TrainRTD Light Rail|RTD Commuter Rail
BikeDenver B-Cycle|Boulder B-Cycle
CarUber|Lyft
BusRTD Bus
Colorado at a Glance
5770000
Population3858
Tech Companies133898
Community Members14
Most Expensive CityColorado's Tech Overview
Popular Tech Industries
Cost of Living in Colorado
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Austin
Boston
Chicago
NYC
Los Angeles
Seattle
San Francisco
The cost of living is 77% Higher in San Francisco
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Los Angeles
Los Angeles, the second largest city in the US, is known for its laid back vibe, beautiful weather and, of course, Hollywood. With its abundance of theatres, movie studios and celebrities, LA has been dubbed “The Entertainment Capital of the World.” Need a break from the glitz and glam of downtown? Los Angeles’ neighboring cities feature 15 beaches and extensive hiking trails in the San Gabriel Mountains.
Public Transportation
TrainMetro Rail|Metrolink (Commuter)
BikeMetro Bike Share
CarUber|Lyft
BusMetro Local|Metro Rapid|Metro Express
Los Angeles at a Glance
3946000
Population5992
Tech Companies164709
Community Members10
Most Expensive CityLos Angeles's Tech Overview
Popular Tech Industries
Los Angeles's Best Places to Work
Cost of Living in Los Angeles
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Austin
Boston
Chicago
Colorado
NYC
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San Francisco
The cost of living is 35% Higher in San Francisco
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NYC
New York City is a global icon on the forefront of culture, finance and media. As the most populous city in the US, NYC features world-class institutions like The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Wall Street, the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building. The city is comprised of five different boroughs; each with their own unique cultural, food and architecture scenes. NYC surely offers something for everyone.
Public Transportation
TrainMTA Subway|Long Island Railroad|Metro-North Railroad|New Jersey Transit Rail Operations
BikeCiti Bike
CarUber|Lyft|Via|SpotHero
BusMTA City Bus|Dollar Vans
NYC at a Glance
8558000
Population5005
Tech Companies202366
Community Members2
Most Expensive CityNYC's Tech Overview
Popular Tech Industries
Cost of Living in NYC
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Austin
Boston
Chicago
Colorado
Los Angeles
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San Francisco
The cost of living is 21% Lower in San Francisco
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San Francisco
Every neighborhood in San Francisco has its own personality, from the hippie chic of the Upper Haight to the hipster grit of the Mission. The Marina district boasts trendy bistros and postcard-perfect views of the Golden Gate Bridge, while Noe Valley offers quaint and quiet boutiques. Wave hello to the sea lions at Pier 39, and sample local cheese and charcuterie at the Ferry Building. Sit in on a yoga session in Dolores Park or marvel at the Dutch Windmill across from Ocean Beach.
Public Transportation
TrainBART
BikeBikeshare|JUMP|Bay Wheels
CarVia|Uber|Park Mobile|Lyft|SpotHero
BusMuni/Muni Metro|Golden Gate Transit
San Francisco at a Glance
884363
Population4079
Tech Companies8380
Community Members3
Most Expensive CitySan Francisco's Tech Overview
Popular Tech Industries
San Francisco's Best Places to Work
Cost of Living in San Francisco
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Boston
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Colorado
NYC
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Seattle
The cost of living is 0% Lower in San Francisco
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Seattle
Tucked away in the Pacific Northwest is the sprawling eco-friendly, tech-focused city of Seattle. The city’s temperate climate makes it the ideal year-round destination for outdoors lovers. Seattle is nicknamed “The Emerald City” for the National Parks and lush, green forests that surround it. Additionally, Seattle is well-known for its coffee, the Space Needle, Pike Place Market and a lively music scene.
Public Transportation
TrainLink Light Rail|Sounder Train (Commuter)
BikeLimeBike
CarUber|Lyft
BusKing County Metro|Sound Transit
Seattle at a Glance
755745
Population2100
Tech Companies30957
Community Members7
Most Expensive CitySeattle's Tech Overview
Popular Tech Industries
Cost of Living in Seattle
Compared To:
San Francisco
Austin
Boston
Chicago
Colorado
NYC
Los Angeles
San Francisco
The cost of living is 26% Higher in San Francisco